The VMC Man of The Match No. 23 versus Salzburg

The VMC Forum posse have sent up the white smoke and it's James Milner and his lung bursting efforts in Sky Blue last night that earn him our vote...

Milner was all over the park last night. Some of his interceptions were stunning and his ability to bring other players into situations from both sides of the pitch stretched beleaguered Salzburg to the limit. If he can maintain this level of commitment, like others who excelled alongside him, he could have a long and fruitful career in Manchester.

Meanwhile, Mario Balotelli's five goals in six appearances bode well as 'Decisive December' kicks off in style...